Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained — Accounting: the director denied the petition, concluding the position
Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, concluding the position resembled that of a bookkeeper rather than a specialty occupation. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding that the petitioner successfully established the position was that of an accountant. Citing the Occupational Outlook Handbook, the AAO determined that a bachelor's degree is a normal minimum requirement for an accountant, thereby qualifying the position as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Beneficiary'S Educational And Work Experience Equivalency
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